Learn to play pickleball this summer in Decorah

Tuesday, July 15, 2014 9:50 AM

Decorah Park and Rec is encouraging people to try pickleball this summer. (Photo submitted)

The Decorah Parks and Recreation Department, along with local pickleball enthusiasts, are continuing their efforts to find interested players and introduce the game to adults at the city tennis courts on Claiborne Dr. on a scheduled basis.
Interested participants are encouraged to join them at the following dates and times (weather permitting); 9 a.m. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Thursdays and 4 p.m. Sundays for the rest of July and August.
Pickleball is currently the fastest growing sport in the United States. The rules and strategies of this sport, which is a combination of tennis, badminton and ping pong, will be explained and taught. Adults of any ability level are invited; some equipment will be provided.